Over 10 Million Personal And Corporate Devices Infected By Information Stealers

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A significant increase in data-stealing malware infections has been observed, with nearly 10 million devices compromised in 2023, marking a 643% rise over three years. Cybercriminals are using sophisticated distribution methods, including malvertising and YouTube comment spam. On average, 50.9 login credentials were stolen per infected device, granting access to various online services. The surge is attributed to the availability of 'malware-as-a-service' on the dark web. Redline emerged as the dominant threat, accounting for 55% of attacks, followed by Vidar and Raccoon. New stealers like Lumma are gaining popularity, with infections from new malware rising from 4% to 28% between 2021 and 2023. Notable emerging threats include Kral Stealer, AMOS, and Vidar/ACR. Experts recommend implementing 2FA, using strong passwords, and maintaining up-to-date security measures to mitigate risks.